Every year on the second Sunday of July, the Big Jump unites thousands of Europeans in a bold act for cleaner water. This international event raises awareness about water quality, a pressing issue for Belgium where many water bodies remain polluted. On 2025-07-13 10:52:00, participants across the country will take part in this symbolic leap to highlight the need for action.
- Organize Big Jump every second July Sunday
- Raise awareness for clean water quality
- Highlight poor water quality in Flanders
- Show improving water conditions in Wallonia
- Encourage more participants in Belgium
- List multiple Flemish and Walloon jump locations
Organized by GoodPlanet, the Big Jump draws attention to the ongoing challenges with Belgium’s rivers and lakes. Despite efforts, only one out of 195 Flemish watercourses is currently classified as being in good condition. Meanwhile, Wallonia shows gradual improvement, with about 44 percent of its surface waters in a healthy state.
With nearly two thousand jumpers at thirty locations last year, GoodPlanet hopes to see even more Belgians dive in this July. From Bruges to Mechelen in Flanders and from Namur to Huy in Wallonia, communities are invited to participate. But what impact can a single jump really make? And how can public engagement drive real change?
Why does the Big Jump matter? It’s more than a splash—it’s a call to action. Raising public awareness helps pressure authorities to improve water policies. Key points include:
- Only 1 in 195 Flemish water bodies meets good quality standards.
- Wallonia is slowly improving, with 44% of surface waters in good condition.
- Community participation grows yearly, showing rising environmental concern.
As the Big Jump brings people together this July, will you take the plunge for cleaner water? Join the movement and help turn the tide towards healthier rivers and lakes in Belgium.
